Macarena Larrea

Senior researcher

Macarena is a senior researcher at Energy and Environment Lab. Previously, she worked at the Chair of International Studies at the University of the Basque Country, in the energy working group, and at the Basque Government’s General Secretariat for External Action on a fellowship for the specialisation of professionals in European affairs and interregional cooperation.

Her research focuses on energy, climate, and industrial policies for the transition towards environmental sustainability. She has participated in national and international projects on the energy transition in the Basque Country, Spain, and Europe, as well as in other countries and territories. In addition, she has published numerous reports and articles and has participated in seminars and conferences as an expert in these fields.

Career

She holds a PhD in Business Promotion and Development from the University of the Basque Country, with a thesis entitled “Internalisation of the external costs of electricity generation”; she graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Management, specialising in Logistics and Technology, from the University of Deusto.
Master’s degree in Maritime and Port Business Management from the University of Deusto and the Basque Government’s School of Maritime Administration, and has completed a course in International Trade at the Bilbao Chamber of Commerce.